Senior Bookkeeper (Creditors)
On-site · Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Job Summary
Senior Bookkeeper (Creditors) responsible for managing creditors and accounts payable in a fast-paced school finance environment. Requires 7+ years bookkeeping experience, strong reconciliation and financial administration skills, proficiency with accounting software (Pastel advantageous), and solid teamwork/communication. Role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, handling high transaction volumes, and compliance with background/clearance requirements (criminal clearance and Child Protection/SEX Offenders Registers). A Christian ethos alignment and ability to work independently while meeting deadlines are expected. Benefits include a collaborative school culture and remuneration based on skills and experience. Closing date and start date details provided in posting.
Required Qualifications
- relevant accounting or finance qualification (certificate, Diploma in Bookkeeping, Diploma in Accounting or Financial Management, or Degree in related field)
- min. of 7 years of Bookkeeping experience
- experience in creditors/accounts payable
- clear criminal clearance certificate
- willingness to apply for child protection registers
- computer competency and willingness to learn new systems
- Pastel experience advantageous
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